Nico Zwirs vs Kobe Smeets

27. Hoogeveen Open 2024, 2024 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation, English Attack (B48).

Kobe Smeets2328½

Nico Zwirs2474½

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Game details

White: Nico Zwirs (2474)
Black: Kobe Smeets (2328)
Result: ½–½
Event: 27. Hoogeveen Open 2024
Year: 2024
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation, English Attack (B48)

About this chess game

This chess game between Nico Zwirs (2474) and Kobe Smeets (2328) was played at 27. Hoogeveen Open 2024 in 2024 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation, English Attack (B48). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.

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Frequently asked questions

Who won Nico Zwirs vs Kobe Smeets?

Nico Zwirs vs Kobe Smeets (2024) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Nico Zwirs vs Kobe Smeets?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation, English Attack (ECO B48).

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